STEM Readiness

Overview:

The STEM Readiness course provides a refresher of core skills related to STEM careers. The core skills covered are Mathematics from arithmetic to beginning algebra, Workplace Communications and Professionalism. The topics of the course are presented through workplace scenarios to show learners how these skills apply to their potential careers. In reviewing these core skills students will be better prepared to be successful in post-secondary STEM related technical programs and ultimately in STEM related careers.

Additional Course Details

Estimated Time to Complete Course:

The complete course will take approximately 15 hours to complete per section (Mathematics, Communications and Professionalism) for a total of 45 hours.

Topics Covered:

Mathematics

Beginning and Intermediate Arithmetic

Measuring Systems

Data Analysis

Beginning and Intermediate Algebra

Triangles

The Cartesian Plane

Critical Thinking and Workplace Communications

Written Communication

Oral Communication

Teamwork

Evaluation and Reporting

Troubleshooting

Professional Skills

Customer Service

Confidentiality

Organizational Skills and Time Management

Teamwork

Job Search

Professional Image

Maintenance Fee (per student):

Free for both independent learners and academic students.

The NSC STEM Bridge Implementation Guide provides additional information on the two-part STEM Bridge. A part of the NSC Pathways program, STEM Bridge contextualizes remediation within the programs and provides support for the development of foundational skills for lower level learners not yet ready to enter the STEM Certificate programs